The catalog/Species
Paeonia spp.
Genus-level entry. These cultivars are recorded under Paeonia with no species — typically inter-species hybrids or supplier listings without an extracted species name.
Cultivars
'Bartzella'
Paeonia
Peony 'Bartzella' is an award-winning Itoh hybrid with large, 6–8 inch semi-double to fully double, golden yellow blooms delicately flushed with scarlet at the center. Standing 30–36 inches tall, it blooms in late spring to early summer, producing an abundance of flowers on strong, upright stems that do not require staking. Lightly fragrant with a lemon scent, this vigorous perennial thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil. Its lush, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout summer and into fall, making it ideal for borders and cut flower arrangements.
'Bowl of Beauty'
Paeonia
Peony 'Bowl of Beauty' features large, 8-inch fragrant, anemone-shaped blooms with rose-pink outer petals surrounding a soft yellow center. Standing up to 36 inches (90 cm) tall, it blooms in late spring to early summer, thriving in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil. This award-winning perennial is excellent for borders and cut flower arrangements, attracting butterflies while resisting deer and rabbits.
'Canary Brilliants'
Paeonia
Peony 'Canary Brilliants' is a striking Itoh hybrid with large, 6–8 inch semi-double to double blooms in creamy yellow with apricot hues at the center. Some flowers remain soft yellow, while others intensify in color as they mature. Standing 26–32 inches tall, it blooms in mid to late season, with strong stems that hold the flowers upright even in adverse weather. This award-winning variety thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil and is ideal for borders and cut flower arrangements.
'Charm'
Paeonia
Peony 'Coral Charm' is an award-winning hybrid with large, 5-inch semi-double blooms that open in deep coral and gradually fade to peach and ivory. Standing 24–28 inches tall, its bowl-shaped flowers have elegantly incurved petals and are borne on strong stems, making them excellent for cutting. Blooming in late spring to early summer, this vigorous perennial thrives in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Its glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout summer and often develops fall color. Ideal for borders and floral arrangements.
'Command Performance'
Paeonia
Peony 'Command Performance' is a remarkable hybrid known for its color-changing blooms, with large, 8–10 inch bomb double flowers that open in brilliant cardinal red, gradually transitioning through shades of dark pink, salmon, peach, cream, and finally white. Standing 40–50 inches tall, it blooms in late spring to early summer, thriving in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. With sturdy stems and a long vase life, it is ideal for borders, cut flower gardens, and floral arrangements.
'Cora Louise'
Paeonia
Peony 'Cora Louise' is a stunning Itoh hybrid with large, 8–10 inch semi-double white blooms accented by deep lavender-purple flares at the center. Standing 24–36 inches tall, its lightly fragrant flowers appear in late spring to early summer, held on strong stems that require no staking. This vigorous perennial thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil and produces up to 50 blossoms on a mature plant. Its lush, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout summer, making it ideal for borders and cut flower arrangements.
'Coral Sunset'
Paeonia
Peony 'Coral Sunset' is a stunning hybrid with large, 6–8 inch semi-double blooms that open in intense coral and gradually fade to soft ivory. Standing 30–36 inches tall, it blooms in late spring to early summer, thriving in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. This award-winning variety features strong stems that support its vibrant flowers without staking, making it ideal for borders and cut flower arrangements.
'Duchess de Nemours'
Paeonia
Peony 'Duchesse de Nemours' is a classic, award-winning variety with large, 5–7 inch fully double, creamy-white flowers touched with a hint of yellow at the center. Standing up to 34 inches tall, its fragrant blossoms float above lush, deep green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring rich, well-drained soil. This long-lived perennial makes an excellent cut flower and is ideal for borders and mixed plantings. Duchesse de Nemours was bred in 1856 - a favorite for nearly 170 years.
'Festiva Maxima'
Paeonia
Peony 'Festiva Maxima' is a classic, award-winning variety with large, 5–7 inch fully double, pure white flowers flecked with crimson at the center. Standing up to 36 inches tall, its fragrant blossoms rise on strong stems above lush, deep green foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring rich, well-drained soil. This long-lived perennial makes an excellent cut flower and is ideal for borders and mixed plantings. 'Festiva Maxima' dates back to 1851 - a favorite for nearly 175 years.
'First Arrival'
Paeonia
Peony 'First Arrival' is an early-blooming Itoh hybrid with large, 6–8 inch semi-double lavender-pink flowers accented by reddish-purple flares at the base of each petal. The blooms gradually fade to a lighter pink as they mature. Standing about 28 inches tall, this vigorous perennial thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil. Its strong stems hold the flowers upright, making it an excellent choice for borders and cut flower arrangements.
'Julia Rose'
Paeonia
Peony 'Julia Rose' is an Itoh hybrid with large, 4–6 inch single to semi-double blooms that change color over time. The flowers open in cherry red, transition to orange and apricot with purple-flushed edges, and finally fade to yellow, often displaying multiple colors at once. Standing up to 28 inches tall, its lightly fragrant flowers appear in late spring to early summer on sturdy stems that require no staking. This vigorous perennial thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil, and its lush, dark green foliage remains attractive throughout summer. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements, it offers a long vase life.
'Kansas'
Paeonia
Introduced in 1940, Peony 'Kansas' is a standout variety with large, fully double, 6–8 inch watermelon-red blooms that retain their intense color without fading in bright sunlight. Standing 30–36 inches tall, it blooms in late spring to early summer, with strong stems that support the flowers well, making it an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. This award-winning peony thrives in full sun with rich, well-drained soil and remains attractive throughout the season with its glossy, deep green foliage. Ideal for borders and floral arrangements.
'Karl Rosenfeld'
Paeonia
Peony 'Karl Rosenfield' is a classic, midseason variety with large, 6-inch fully double, vibrant cherry-red blooms. Standing 24–36 inches tall, the flowers rise on strong stems above lush, glossy, dark green foliage that remains attractive throughout summer and often turns deep ruby-red in fall. Thriving in full sun to part shade, this reliable perennial prefers rich, well-drained soil and makes an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Ideal for borders and mixed plantings, it has been a favorite since its introduction in 1908.
'Krinkled White'
Paeonia
Introduced in 1928 by American breeder Brand, Paeonia ‘Krinkled White’ is a timeless single‑flowered variety valued for its clean, modern look and exceptional garden performance. Large, open blooms feature crisp white petals with a lightly crinkled texture that gives the flower its signature character. At the center, a bright golden cluster of stamens adds a striking contrast, making the blooms highly visible in the landscape. Flowering in late spring, the plant forms a sturdy, upright clump of deep green foliage that remains attractive well into summer. While not an APS award winner, ‘Krinkled White’ has earned long‑standing popularity for its reliability, strong stems, and high retail appeal as a simple, elegant single white. Thriving in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil, it is a durable, long‑lived choice for borders, mass plantings, and contemporary garden designs.
'Mons. Jules Elie'
Paeonia
Peony 'Monsieur Jules Elie' is a classic, award-winning variety introduced in 1888 by Felix Crousse, the renowned French hybridizer. It features large, 6–8 inch fully double, light rose-pink blooms with elegantly ruffled petals and a delicate silvery sheen at the tips. Standing up to 36 inches tall, its fragrant flowers rise above lush, bright green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring rich, well-drained soil. This long-lived perennial makes an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Ideal for borders and mixed plantings, it has remained popular for over a century.
'Paul M. Wild'
Paeonia
Peony 'Paul M. Wild' is a late-midseason, double-flowered variety with large, 6–8 inch velvety ruby-red blooms that resist fading. Standing up to 47 inches tall, its lightly fragrant flowers are supported by sturdy stems, making it an excellent cut flower. Thriving in full sun with rich, well-drained soil, this long-lived perennial adds bold color to borders and floral arrangements.
'Paula Fay'
Paeonia
Introduced in 1968 by American breeder Orville Fay, Paeonia ‘Paula Fay’ is a celebrated early‑blooming peony known for its vivid, luminous pink semi‑double flowers. The blooms open in late spring with broad, gently cupped petals that create a bold, modern look, and the color holds exceptionally well in sun. Its strong stems and reliable early performance earned it the APS Gold Medal in 1988, cementing its status as one of the finest early pink varieties in cultivation. The plant forms a sturdy, upright clump of deep green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Thriving in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil, ‘Paula Fay’ is a long‑lived, high‑impact peony ideal for extending the peony season and adding bright, energetic color to borders and cutting gardens.
'Peter Brand'
Paeonia
Peony 'Peter Brand' is a striking herbaceous variety with large, 6-inch fully double, deep red blooms that gradually fade to a rich purple-red as they mature. Standing 34–36 inches tall, it blooms in late spring, with sturdy stems that often support the flowers without staking, making it an excellent cut flower. This long-lived perennial thrives in full sun with rich, well-drained soil and remains attractive throughout the season with its lush green foliage. Ideal for borders and floral arrangements.
'Pink Hawaiian Coral'
Paeonia
Peony 'Pink Hawaiian Coral' is an award-winning hybrid with large, 6–8 inch semi-double coral-pink blooms that gradually fade to soft apricot-pink. Standing up to 36 inches tall, its fragrant flowers rise on strong stems above glossy, dark green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring rich, well-drained soil. This vigorous perennial makes an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Ideal for borders and mixed plantings, it has received the American Peony Society Gold Medal.
'Raspberry Sundae'
Paeonia
Peony 'Raspberry Sundae' is a fragrant, double-flowered variety with large, up to 10-inch blooms in soft pink infused with creamy tones. Standing 27–36 inches tall, it blooms in midseason and thrives in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. This long-lived perennial is excellent for borders and cut flower arrangements.
'Red Charm'
Paeonia
Peony 'Red Charm' is an award-winning hybrid with large, 6–8 inch fully double, bomb-shaped blooms in deep crimson red. Standing 36–39 inches tall, its exceptionally rich-textured, fragrant flowers appear in early to midseason, lasting about a week. Strong stems support the lush blossoms, making it an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Thriving in full sun to part shade, this vigorous perennial prefers rich, well-drained soil and remains attractive throughout summer. Ideal for borders and floral arrangements, it has been a favorite since its introduction in 1944.
'Sarah Bernhardt'
Paeonia
Peony 'Sarah Bernhardt' is a beloved, award-winning variety introduced in 1906. It features large, 6–8 inch fully double, rose-pink blooms with delicately ruffled petals, occasionally flecked with raspberry. Standing up to 36 inches tall, its fragrant flowers rise above lush, deep green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring rich, well-drained soil. This long-lived perennial makes an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Ideal for borders and mixed plantings, it has remained popular for over a century.
'Scarlet Heaven'
Paeonia
Peony 'Scarlet Heaven' is a striking Itoh hybrid with large, 7–9 inch single-form, deep scarlet-red blooms surrounding bright golden-yellow centers. Standing 25–29 inches tall, its lightly fragrant flowers appear in late spring. Thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, this robust perennial does not require staking. Resistant to deer and rabbits, it makes an excellent cut flower for floral arrangements.
'Shirley Temple'
Paeonia
Peony 'Shirley Temple' is a beloved, award-winning variety with large, 4–6 inch fully double blooms that open in soft blush pink and gradually fade to ivory white. Standing 32–36 inches tall, its fragrant flowers rise on strong stems above lush, glossy green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it thrives in full sun to part shade, preferring rich, well-drained soil. This long-lived perennial makes an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Ideal for borders and mixed plantings. Introduced in the 1940's, it has been a favorite for generations.
'Sorbet'
Paeonia
Peony 'Sorbet' is a distinctive variety with large, anemone-shaped blooms up to 6 inches wide, featuring layers of soft pink and creamy-white petals. Standing 32–36 inches tall, it blooms in late spring to early summer, with fragrant flowers rising on strong stems above lush, mid-green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. Thriving in full sun to part shade, this long-lived perennial prefers rich, well-drained soil and makes an excellent cut flower with a long vase life. Ideal for borders and mixed plantings.
'Sunny Girl'
Paeonia
Introduced in 1985 by American breeder Klehm, Paeonia ‘Sunny Girl’ is a standout early‑season peony known for its bright, cheerful yellow semi‑double blooms. Flowers open in late spring with broad, buttery‑yellow petals surrounding a warm golden center, creating a luminous, sunlit effect that holds beautifully in the garden. The blooms are large, lightly ruffled, and carried on strong stems that rise above a full, rounded clump of deep green foliage. While not an APS Gold Medal winner, ‘Sunny Girl’ is widely appreciated for its reliable performance, vibrant color, and strong retail appeal in the increasingly popular yellow peony category. Thriving in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil, it is a long‑lived, high‑impact variety that brings early brightness and exceptional garden presence.
'Top Hat'
Paeonia
Introduced in 1952 by American breeder Glasscock, Paeonia ‘Top Hat’ is a refined semi‑double peony known for its bright, cheerful pink blooms and clean, well‑structured form. Flowers open in late spring with broad, lightly ruffled petals arranged around a warm golden center, giving the variety a fresh, uplifting look in the garden. The color holds well in sun, and the semi‑double form provides fullness without heaviness, making it equally suitable for borders and cutting. The plant forms a sturdy, upright clump of deep green foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. While not an APS award winner, ‘Top Hat’ has earned steady appreciation for its reliability, balanced habit, and consistently strong garden performance. Thriving in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil, it is a long‑lived, easy‑to‑grow choice that brings bright, classic charm to spring landscapes.